| Service | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Call-out and diagnosisUsually includes the first 30 to 60 minutes of labour. | AED 150–250 |
| Blocked sink or basinPrice depends on whether a snake or a jet is needed. | AED 150–350 |
| Blocked toilet or floor drainCommon drain lines in the building are the management's job. | AED 200–450 |
| Dripping tap: washer or cartridgePart included for standard taps. | AED 100–200 |
| Mixer tap replacement, labourTap itself extra. Concealed mixers cost more. | AED 150–300 |
| Water heater replacement, labour and fittingsThe heater is extra. Electrical changes need an electrician. | AED 350–900 |
| Toilet cistern repairFill valve and flush mechanism are cheap parts. | AED 150–350 |
| Concealed leak detection surveyMoisture meter or thermal camera. Opening the wall is extra. | AED 300–900 |
Indicative market ranges in AED, excluding 5% VAT unless stated. Not government tariffs and not quotes: always ask for a written quote.
What moves the price
- Time of day. Evenings after 10 pm, Fridays and public holidays carry AED 50 to 150 extra.
- Access. Work behind tiles, inside ducts or in shafts takes longer and may need tile repair.
- Parts. Branded fittings cost more and last longer. Ask which brand is quoted.
- Building rules. Some towers require an approved plumber or an NOC for anything beyond a tap.
- Old pipework. Old galvanised or corroded lines turn a small job into a larger one.
How to read these prices
These are indicative ranges compiled by the Moathaq editorial team from published rate cards, public tariffs and typical market prices. They are not government tariffs and they are not quotes. Last reviewed: October 2026. Your quote will differ, so always ask for a written quote before work starts.
These are household prices for a licensed company, labour and standard parts included, excluding VAT of 5 percent. These are typical Dubai prices; in the other emirates prices are often similar or somewhat lower. The tenancy contract decides who pays: many contracts, in Dubai and elsewhere, put small repairs on the tenant and concealed pipework on the landlord.
Our guide on the plumber call-out shows what happens on a visit and who pays for what.
How to get a fair quote
Ask whether the call-out fee is credited against the repair, and get the answer in a message. Agree the price in writing before the plumber opens a wall or removes a fitting.
Ask what warranty comes with the work. Thirty days on labour is common at reputable companies.
Red flags
A call-out of AED 50 to 80 is usually a way into your home, with the money made on parts. Do not allow a general plumber to alter gas pipework.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber charge in the UAE?
In Dubai a call-out typically costs AED 150 to 250 in 2026, and often similar or somewhat less in the other emirates. Common repairs such as a blocked sink or a tap replacement run AED 100 to 350.
Who pays for a leak in a rented flat?
Check the tenancy contract. Minor repairs often fall on the tenant, concealed or structural pipework on the landlord. Tell the landlord in writing.
